47 courses with the subject CHEM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
A development of the fundamental principles of chemistry focusing on elements and compounds and their role in environmental, biochemical, technological, and industrial applications relevant to society.
A development of the fundamental basis for the further study of chemistry designed for students lacking the pre-requisites for General Chemistry (CHEM151). Emphasis will be placed on problem solving techniques. Topics will include: international system of units, dimensional analysis, properties of atoms and molecules, atomic structure and the periodic table, common chemical reactions, and stoichiometry calculations. The course and associated laboratory can be counted towards the general education science requirement. Lab Accompanying laboratory exercises for CHEM105 are designed to emphasize basic techniques in laboratory including measurements, basic graphical presentation and interpretation, basis data interpretation, laboratory statistics and laboratory safety practices. The laboratory can be counted towards the general education science requirement. Co-requisite: CHEM 105 Introductory Chemistry.
A course designed to foster ethical practices and safety in chemistry and related fields. Pre-requisite: Permission of Instructor Co-requisite: CHEM 161 and CHEM 163.
A development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their applications. Chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, thermochemistry, periodic properties, solution calculations, gas laws and the properties of solids and liquids are among the topics discussed. Pre-requisite: MATH 120 with a C or better or higher placement or CHEM 105 with a C or better. Co-requisite: CHEM 153 General Chemistry I Laboratory.
A continuation of the study of the principles of chemistry and their applications. The topics include solution properties, acids and bases, ionic equations, oxidation-reduction, equilibrium, kinetics, descriptive chemistry of the elements, nuclear chemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. Pre-requisite: CHEM 151 General Chemistry I Co-requisite: CHEM 154 General Chemistry Laboratory II.
An introduction to the principles and techniques of experimental chemistry with emphasis upon formula investigations, equations, elementary laboratory statistics, and chemical reactivity. Co-requisite: CHEM 151 General Chemistry I.
A continuation of CHEM 153 with emphasis upon solution properties, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and qualitative analysis. Pre-requisite: CHEM 153 General Chemistry Laboratory I Co-requisite: CHEM 152 General Chemistry II.
A development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their application. Chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, thermochemistry, periodic properties, solution calculations, gas laws and the properties of solids and liquids are among the topics discussed in depth. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving skills to better prepare students for careers in chemistry and related life science fields. Pre-requisite: Chemistry Majors or Permission from the Department Chair Co-requisites: CHEM 163 Chemistry Laboratory I.
A continuation of development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their application. The topics that will be covered in depth include solution properties, acids and bases, ionic equations, oxidation reduction, equilibrium, kinetics descriptive chemistry of the elements, nuclear chemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving skills to better prepare students for careers in chemistry and related life science fields. Pre-requisite: CHEM 161 Chemistry I with a C or better Co-requisite: CHEM 164 Chemistry Laboratory II.
An introduction to the principles and techniques of experimental chemistry with emphasis upon the application of course material to problem solving in the laboratory. Co-requisite: CHEM 161 Chemistry I.
A continuation of CHEM 163 with emphasis upon problem solving and presenting professional graphical data while exploring, solution properties, kinetics, equilibrium acids and bases, and qualitative analysis. Pre-requisite: CHEM 153 General Chemistry I Laboratory, CHEM 163 Chemistry Laboratory I Co-requisite: CHEM 162 Chemistry II.
A thorough assessment of the groundbreaking work of the Black and Underrepresented pioneers responsible for the current practice of the science of chemistry and biochemistry. Pre-requisites: CHEM 151 or CHEM161 of CHEM 100.
A detailed study of the representative elements and their compounds, involving both theoretical and descriptive approaches. Topics greatly expand upon the subject material in the Freshman level chemistry course and include atomic and molecular structure, descriptive chemistry of the elements, d metal complexes, molecular shape and symmetry, group theory, the structure of solids, acids/bases, oxidation/reduction and an introduction to ligand and crystal field theories. Pre-requisite: CHEM152 General Chemistry II or CHEM 162 Chemistry II.
Experiments designed to complement inorganic chemistry lecture by introducing synthetic and instrumental methodology used in the study of inorganic compounds. Co-requisite: CHEM 214 Inorganic Chemistry.
A survey of the methods of inorganic quantitative analysis, including the methods of gravimetric and volumetric analysis with the use of simple instrumental methods included. Pre-requisites: CHEM 152/154 General Chemistry II or 162/164 Chemistry II.
Laboratory experiences involving the qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemical compounds including gravimetric, volumetric and spectrophotometric methods. Pre-requisites: CHEM 154 General Chemistry Laboratory II or CHEM 164 Chemistry Laboratory II Co-requisite: CHEM 218 Analytical Chemistry I.
hour A course designed to foster ethical practices and safety in chemistry an related fields.
A survey of the chemistry of carbon compounds, their nomenclature, physical properties, structure and reactions with an introduction to reaction mechanisms and instrumental analysis. Pre-requisite: CHEM 152 General Chemistry II or CHEM 162 Chemistry II Co-requisite: CHEM 307 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I.
A continuation of CHEM 305. Pre-requisite: CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry I Co-requisite: CHEM 308 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II.
An examination of fundamentals of and practice in organic synthesis, separation, purification and the identification of organic compounds. Pre-requisites: CHEM 154 General Chemistry Laboratory II or CHEM 164 Chemistry Laboratory II Co-requisite: CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry I.
A continuation of the fundamentals of and practice in organic synthesis, separation, purification and the identification of organic compounds. Pre-requisite: CHEM 307 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Co-requisite: CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II.
An advanced course with emphasis on general principles and applications of analytical instrumental analysis. Pre-requisites: CHEM 218 Analytical Chemistry I; CHEM 219 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory I.
Experiments in Instrumental Analysis Co-requisite: CHEM 318 Analytical Chemistry II.
A course designed for a more in depth treatment of reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry and instrumental analytical techniques for structure determination of organic compounds, to include: Infrared spectroscopy; Ultraviolet-Visible spectroscopy; Mass spectrometry; and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopy. Pre-requisite: CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II.
An aid to the student in making efficient use of chemical literature both online and in the printed form, with an emphasis upon obtaining the appropriate sources for a research project in the field of chemistry or biochemistry. Pre-requisite: CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II and CHEM 308 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory.
A course designed to give the forensics student the necessary background in specialized chemical methods and concepts as they apply to the field of forensics. Pre-requisite: CHEM 306, 308 Organic Chemistry & Laboratory II.
A laboratory course designed to give the forensics student the necessary practical experience in specialized chemical methods as they apply to the field of forensics. Co-requisite: CHEM 340 Forensics Chemistry.
Chemical aspects of the atmosphere and air pollution: greenhouse effect and global climate change; CFCs, the ozone layer, and the ozone hole; carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and photochemical smog, particulate matter; radon, asbestos, indoor air pollution; sulfur oxides and acid deposition, particularly relating to atomospheric reactions and control options.
An in-depth look at chemical aspects of water and water pollution: alkalinity; acid deposition, particularly relating to lake and stream aciidification and forest decline; drinking water treatment and THMs; wastewater treatment; detergents, builders, and eutrophication; pesticides; other toxic organic compounds such as PCBs and dioxin; hazardous wates; toxic elements such as Pb, Hg, Sn, Cd, and Se.
Applicability of modern day chemical instrumentation to the solution of present-day environomental problems. Includes instruction in operation of instrumentation, calculations, and interpretation of results from environmental analyses of a variety of air, water and soil samples.
An advanced course for chemistry majors designed to promote interest and experience in specialized areas of chemistry. Topics in the area of organic, physical, analytical, inorganic and biochemistry are based on the expertise of the faculty and current trends within these disciplines in chemistry. Pre-requisite: Permission of instructor.
A non-laboratory treatment of physical chemistry with emphasis on chemical thermodynamics, phase equilibria, kinetic theory and chemical kinetics. Pre-requisites: CHEM 152 General Chemistry II or CHEM 162 Chemistry II; MATH 201 Calculus II or consent of instructor.
A continuation of CHEM 401 with emphasis on the condensed states of matter, atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, statistical mechanics and electrochemistry. Pre-requisite: CHEM 401 Physical Chemistry I.
An introduction to the advanced techniques of physiochemical measurements and their application to chemistry. Pre-requisite: CHEM 401 Physical Chemistry I.
Advanced study of the representative elements and their compounds, involving both theoretical and descriptive approaches. Review of ligand field and crystal field theories, reaction mechanisms of d- block complexes, electronic spectra of transition metal complexes, characterization methods in inorganic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, catalysis and bioinorganic chemistry are among the topics discussed. Pre-requisite: CHEM 214, 215 Inorganic Chemistry & Laboratory.
Laboratory experiments in inorganic synthesis and spectroscopic methods in inorganic chemistry. Co-requisite: CHEM 414 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry.
A course designed for a more in-depth treatment of reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry and instrumental analytical techniques for structure determination of organic compounds, to include: Infrared spectroscopy; Ultraviolet-Visible spectroscopy; Mass spectrometry; and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopy. Pre-requisite: CHEM 306.
A presentation and discussion of topics of current interest and an introduction to the preparation of technical presentations and presentation methods. Pre-requisite: 15 semester hours of chemistry courses.
An introduction to the chemistry of life processes, the composition of living matter and the changes associated with biological processes Pre-requisites: CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II; CHEM 308 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II.
A laboratory course in which the properties of biochemical molecules are explored and common biochemical reactions are examined. Co-requisite: CHEM 422 Biochemistry I.
A continuation of the chemistry of life processes, the composition of living matter, and the changes associated with biological processes. Pre-requisite: CHEM 422 Biochemistry I.
A continuation laboratory course in which the properties of biochemical molecules are explored and common biochemical reactions are examined. Pre-requisite: CHEM 422 Biochemistry I; CHEM 423 Biochemistry Laboratory I Co-requisite: CHEM 424 Biochemistry II.
The first part of a capstone research experience. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 6 hours per week on an independent and original research project designed in consult with their research advisor. Pre-requisites: CHEM 320 Organic Reaction Mechanisms & Modern Instrumental Analysis Techniques; CHEM 318 Analytical Chemistry II, CHEM 319 Analytical Chemistry II Laboratory, CHEM330 Introduction to Chemical Research.
A continuation of CHEM 441 with an emphasis upon the independent development of a research project. A written report of the research and an oral presentation of the results are required. Pre-requisite: CHEM 441 Research Laboratory I.
This laboratory-based course is designed to give the advanced student crime laboratory experience in examining, analyzing and identifying evidence. In several simulated court presentations, students sharpen their skill in presenting evidence as a scientific expert. The areas covered are: hairs, fibers and polymers, glass, soil, gunshot residue, fire and bomb debris, and drugs. Pre-requisites: CHEM 318 Analytical Chemistry II and CHEM 319 Analytical Chemistry II Laboratory, CHEM 330 Introduction to Chemical Research, CHEM 340 Forensics Chemistry, CHEM 341 Forensics Chemistry Laboratory, and CJUS 380 Criminal Procedures,
A continuation of CHEM 443. Pre-requisites: CHEM 443 Advanced Forensics Laboratory I.
This on/off-campus internship is designed to give the student an opportunity to expand and apply their classroom knowledge through workplace gained experience in forensic chemistry. It is a lecture/laboratory course. The site supervisor and faculty supervisor will develop the internship criteria and then evaluate the student’s performance. Pre-requisites: CHEM 444 Advanced Forensics Laboratory II and Permission of Department Chair.
Source: Virginia State University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
